Summer 2027 Camp Whitehall Co-Director

Whitehall, Pa; Whitehall (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 300,000 - 405,000; Full time

Job summary

Camp Whitehall is seeking a Co-Director to oversee daily operations, supervise six Camp Counselors, plan and coordinate a seven-week camp session, and ensure a positive camp experience for participants. The role involves scheduling, communication with parents, and coordinating field trips and activities with staff.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in education or a related field, along with two years of camp experience and current first aid/ CPR certifications.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four (4 yr.) college or university with a bachelor's degree in education or closely related field.
• Two (2 yr.) related camp experience; or Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Possess current first aid and CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manages and supervises assigned operations to achieve goals within available resources; plans and organizes workloads and leader assignments; trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff.
• Prepares daily attendance sheets and contacts campers daily.
• Coordinates with Camp Counselors to order materials, equipment, and instruction needs for each event and/or field trip.
• Coordinate field trips in conjunction with Camp leadership.
• Develops flyers, memos, etc. for distribution to campers within two days of special requests.
• Sends weekly email to all campers on Sunday for the upcoming camp week's activities.
• Communicate with parents on various problems with campers.
• Coordinates swimming lessons with the Aquatic Director.

Skills

First aid CPR

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or closely related field

Job description

Class Title: Camp Whitehall Co-Director

Department: Recreation

GENRAL PURPOSE

Co-Director of Camp Whitehall, performs routine and complex administration and supervisory work in planning, organizing, coordination, administering, and supervising activities in a day camp environment. Supervises (6) counselors in daily tasks and duties.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under direct supervision of the Bureau Chief of Recreation, Brandon Hibbler

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervises Camp Counselors (6)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

Manages and supervises assigned operations to achieve goals within available resources; plans and organizes workloads and leader assignments; trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff; reviews progress and direct changes as needed.

Provides leadership and direction in the development of short- and long-range plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations; coordinates camp activities with Camp Counselors.

Prepares daily attendance sheets and contacts campers daily.

Coordinates (2) field trips in conjunction with Brandon.

Creates daily schedule of activities and plans entire (7) week camp session with Camp Counselors.

Directs Camp Counselors on preparation of a weekly news article from each camp outlining the highlights of the previous weeks' activities, field trips, and the weeks' activities coming up.

Assures own arrival at camp 30 minutes before beginning of the day and remains the entire day.

Arrival: 7:45 AM

Departure: 4:00 PM

Permission must be obtained from the Bureau Chief of Recreation if leavening camp before the end of the day. Attendance is required until the end of the day, until all campers and Camp Counselors have left for the day.

Ensures Hokey Pavilion is licked and secured daily.

Develops flyers, memos, etc. for distribution to campers within two (2) days of special requests (field trips, theme days, or craft activity that requires material brought from home.)

Sends weekly email to all campers on Sunday for the upcoming weeks to highlight the upcoming camp week's activities.

Handles the collection of payments each Monday and writes receipts to give to the Bureau Chief.

Communicate with parents on various problems with campers.

Coordinates swimming lessons with the Aquatic Director.

Attempts to be available for camp leader interviews.

Coordinates with Camp Counselors to order the materials, equipment, and instruction needs for each event and/or field trip.

7-WEEK SALARY POSITION

1. June 14 – July 30, Monday - Friday
2. Salary $7,750.00

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFACTIONS

Education and Experience:

1. Graduation from a four (4 yr.) college or university with a bachelor's degree in education or closely related field.
2. Two (2 yr.) related camp experience; or
3. Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Considerable knowledge of special events planning and administration; considerable knowledge of the equipment and techniques used in a day camp environment;
2. Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment;
3. Ability to develop, coordinate, and direct varied activities involved in a day camp environment program; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with camp leaders, supervisors, camp leaders, supervisors, camp participants, and the public;
4. Possess current first aid and CPR certifications.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid state driver's license.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Personal computer, including word processing software; phones, mobile or portable radio; and automobile.

PHYSCIAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, run and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands or arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in the outside weather conditions.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Whitehall Township provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.